The Chicago Bears’ season‑changing trade for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons pays immediate dividends. In his debut versus Seattle, Simmons notches a sack, six tackles, two for loss and a pass defensed, anchoring a 34‑17 win and allowing the Bears to pressure the quarterback without heavy blitzing. Coach Ben Johnson hails his “profound” impact, while his double‑team draw frees Montez Sweat and other linemen for more plays. The trade, which cost two first‑rounders and a fourth‑round pick, could give Chicago a versatile, dominant front as it tackles a tougher schedule.
The Bears release their Week 9 injury report ahead of Sunday’s 7:20 p.m. CT showdown with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Soldier Field. Running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe), cornerbacks Malik Muhammad (toe) and Tyrique Stevenson Sr. (thumb) are listed as questionable after limited practice, leaving the backfield and secondary depth in question. On the bright side, left tackle Theo Benedet, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, linebacker D’Marco Jackson and guard Joe Thuney are cleared to full health with no game designations, bolstering protection against Tampa Bay’s rush. Final inactive lists will be posted about 90 minutes before kickoff.
The Chicago Bears, unbeaten since Oct. 11 and never trailing with Caleb Williams since Sept. 20, aim to extend their dominance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday Night Football. The Bucs, fresh off three wins in four games, rely on a strong ground attack while quarterback Baker Mayfield recovers from a thumb injury and looks to re‑ignite his passing game. In a Q&A with reporter Ira Kaufman, insights emerge on fan dissent toward coach Todd Bowles, rookie receiver Ted Hurst as a potential top target, and defensive standouts like Jacob Parrish and emerging pass‑rusher David Walker.
In Week 8 of Monday Night Football, the underdog Chicago Bears upset defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks 34-17, improving to 6-2. QB Caleb Williams threw 24-of-34 for 247 yards and a TD, while rookie DT Jeffery Simmons recorded six tackles, two TFLs, a sack and a pass deflection. Coach Ben Johnson praised the 17‑play, 8:32 opening drive that ended with a one‑yard Williams‑to‑Burden TD, noting the team’s patience and communication against Seattle’s elite defense. Johnson says the Bears will look to keep the momentum against the Buccaneers next.
Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is hospitalized with unexplained neurological symptoms, prompting head coach Mike Vrabel to issue a heartfelt statement. Vrabel pledged to support Henderson, urging the team and fans to “care for him, listen to him” as he works with specialists and physical therapists. Henderson, 24, has missed games since the Week 7 30-24 loss to the Chicago Bears and has logged just 203 rushing yards and one TD this season. New England will rely on Rhamondre Stevenson and other backs while Henderson focuses on recovery.
In a Monday night showdown at Lumen Field, Bears tight end Colston Loveland emerged as the unsung hero after a costly fourth‑quarter fumble gave Seattle a brief 20‑17 lead. Coach Ben Johnson praised Loveland’s crucial block that helped Kalif Raymond’s 39‑yard gain and D’Andre Swift’s touchdown, turning the tide to a 34‑17 Chicago victory. Loveland finished with seven catches for 65 yards and highlighted the need for reliable blocking as the Bears adjust to the loss of Cole Kmet.
With the NFL trade deadline looming Tuesday, the NFC North rivalry hits Philadelphia as both the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions vie for Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen. Reported by Eagles beat writer Thomas R. Petersen, the Bears are “not done adding to their defense,” while ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler lists Woolen as a potential Day‑3 target for Chicago after Jeffery Simmons' injury. Woolen, on a one‑year deal after a stint with Seattle, is a rental corner that could bolster either contender before the deadline.
The Chicago Bears could land $58 million cornerback Alontae Taylor in a low-cost trade proposal that reunites him with Dennis Allen.
The Cleveland Browns promote defensive tackle Sam Kamara from their practice squad to the active roster for Week 9, according to Ian Rapoport. The 28‑year‑old, an undrafted Stony Brook graduate who debuted with the Chicago Bears, has been with Cleveland since October 2022, shuffling between practice and active lists. In the 2026 season he’s logged three games, 10 tackles and three tackles for loss, prompting the latest roster move.
A seasoned analyst predicts the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have little chance to upset the 6-2 Chicago Bears on Sunday night, saying the Bucs must excel in every offensive aspect to compete. The preview warns that the Bears will dominate early and pull away in the later stages, casting doubt on Tampa Bay’s chances.
With the NFL trade deadline looming, the Chicago Bears admit their secondary remains unfinished despite promising contributors like safety Dillon Thieneman, rookie Malik Muhammad, and versatile corner Kyler Gordon, who already tallies four sacks in three games. After a lackluster start from Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson, Chicago eyes a faster outside corner. Former Bears safety C.J. Gardner‑Johnson, now a free agent after a brief stint with Buffalo, is surprisingly off the radar; Chicago Tribune’s Brad Biggs argues his slot‑corner skill set and speed issues don’t match the team’s new defensive philosophy. The Bears will prioritize outside speed over a Gardner‑Johnson reunion.
Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson, 24, announced on Nov. 6 that he spent several days in the hospital after a mysterious neurological episode left him with weakened strength, coordination and other physical issues. Despite extensive testing that ruled out a stroke, doctors still have no diagnosis. The health scare sidelines him ahead of the Week 9 clash with Green Bay, and he has missed recent games against Chicago and Miami. Henderson is now working with specialists and physical therapists, while New England leans on Rhamondre Stevenson to fill the rushing void.
Brian Urlacher told the Rich Eisen Show that Caleb Williams is playing better than any quarterback in the NFC North right now. Why his claim about the Bears holds up.
The Bears aim for a four-game win streak heading into their bye week as they face a top‑5 Buccaneers defense this Sunday. Analysts say Chicago must sustain long drives, score early and keep the Bucs off the field, while exploiting the loss of rookie edge rusher YaYa Diaby. Defensive star Jeffery Simmons and Montez Sweat are expected to pressure Baker Mayfield, and the Bears’ offense, led by Caleb Williams, should repeat the successful game plan that beat Seattle. Special teams caution is advised, as Tampa’s unit ranks among the league’s best.
Outside linebacker YaYa Diaby is the only Tampa Bay Buccaneers player confirmed to miss the upcoming Sunday night showdown against the Chicago Bears. The injury update, released Friday afternoon, means Diaby won’t travel to Chicago for the game, leaving the Bucs short at the linebacker spot. No further details on the injury are provided, but his absence could affect defensive rotations as Tampa Bay prepares for the matchup.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is fined almost $36,000 by the NFL for wearing cleats with an unauthorized Caddix logo in two games, according to an AP report on November 6, 2026. The penalty highlights the league’s strict equipment branding rules, even as the Baltimore‑based startup gains massive exposure – its CEO even offered to cover the fines. Caddix’s rotating‑stud cleats, designed to lessen joint stress, are already used by over 80 NFL players, including Cooper Kupp and Jalen Ramsey. While the fine isn’t a huge hit for the millionaire quarterback, it sparks debate over branding regulations and the potential injury‑prevention benefits of the new footwear.
The Bears have shifted from survival mode to dictating play, as Ben Johnson’s evolving offense and Dennis Allen’s disruptive defense click in the 31-17 win over Seattle. New trade acquisition Jeffrey Simmons instantly impacted the defensive front, collapsing pockets and freeing teammates like Montez Sweat and Grady Jarrett. Allen’s third‑down scheme forced Seattle to go 1‑for‑11, mixing blitzes, coverage drops, and confusing fronts. Offensively, Caleb Williams drives the playbook’s newest wrinkles—empty formations, RPOs, and a wildcat flea‑flicker—while Jonah Jackson continues his dominant zone‑blocking on the line. The performance hints at a fully realized Johnson vision heading into the Tampa Bay matchup.
The Chicago Bears have a chance to take a unique trade deadline approach when you look at the current youth on the roster and consider what the
Week 9 fantasy football streaming choices spotlight four wide receivers. Matthew Golden (GB) logged 7 receptions, 79 yards and a TD versus Carolina despite injury concerns, making him a solid PPR starter against New England. Luther Burden III (CHI) posted 7 catches on 9 targets and a TD in a win over Seattle, showing a rising role and weekly floor for Chicago’s matchup with Tampa Bay. Rashee Rice (KC) led the Chiefs with 7 of 8 targets and a TD in a loss to Denver; if cleared from injuries, he could be a high-upside starter versus the Jets. Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) offers steady target volume—6 catches for 58 yards against Green Bay—but lacks recent TDs, keeping him as a reliable WR2 in PPR formats. Check injury reports before finalizing lineups.
The Bears enter the 2027 draft without a first‑round pick after trading it (and a future 2028 pick) to the Titans for All‑Pro DT Jeffery Simmons, who shone in a win over the Seahawks. With cornerback Jaylon Johnson likely to be released and Tyrique Stevenson facing free agency, Chicago’s top need is a new CB, landing Zabien Brown from Alabama in the second round. In round three they target interior pass‑rusher Mateen Ibirogba, a former edge player now at Texas Tech. A fifth‑round pick from the Falcons, Antwan Raymond of Rutgers, offers depth at running back. The mock outlines how Chicago could rebuild its defense and add skill‑position depth without a first‑rounder.
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson opens up about Rome Odunze's recent surge and how Caleb Williams is helping the former top-10 pick thrive.
Election‑day results ripple through several stadium stories. Sen. Ron Wyden, soon to chair the Senate Finance Committee, tells NBA Board chair Micky Arison he’s interested in Portland’s Blazers arena deal, hinting at possible tax scrutiny if the team seeks a public‑funded move. In Texas, voters reject a tax surcharge for a $700 million Dallas Stars arena, sending the project back to the drawing board. Florida’s property‑tax cut thwarts Tampa Bay Rays’ plan to fund a new stadium via a mixed‑use district. Las Vegas A’s face a $200 million parking‑garage financing gap, while Indiana’s push for stadium aid may be a ploy to pressure Illinois for a Bears facility. Lastly, a Tourism Economics report inflates Jacksonville Jaguars’ $21.7 billion impact, a claim Jaguars owner Shahid Khan disputes, and a note links the Brewers’ World Series win to the Rays’ sea‑level park.
The Seahawks’ 28‑20 loss to the Chicago Bears on Nov. 5, 2026, exposes deep offensive and defensive flaws that could jeopardize a Wild Card push. Seattle converts just 1 of 11 third‑downs (9.1%) and repeatedly forces long third‑down situations, highlighting first‑down inefficiency. Quarterback Sam Darnold struggles with pressure, missed throws, and a rib injury, while offensive coordinator Brian Fleury’s play‑calling lacks cohesion and fails to counter blitzes. The defeat also widens the gap behind the 49ers and drops Seattle in the NFC West race, underscoring the urgent need for a more disciplined game plan.
With Theo Benedet not practicing and Braxton Jones on Injured Reserve, it's time the Chicago Bears finally let Ozzy Trapilo take over at left tackle.
Tom Brady believes Caleb Williams is the perfect quarterback for Ben Johnson and explains why the Bears' offense is becoming so difficult to defend.